Leaders meet in Dublin as Ukraine‑Russia talks widen and Sweden pushes toward a new government

The Guardian reported that senior officials gathered in Dublin while the European Union searches for a lead negotiator to steer the next round of peace talks with Russia. Ukraine and Russia have agreed to expand those talks to include European countries, raising the profile of the upcoming negotiations.

At the same time, Sweden’s prime minister, Ulf Kristersson, said he will forward his proposal to the Swedish Centre Party later today. The move is part of a renewed effort to break a more‑than‑60‑day deadlock and form a new government after the election. The Centre Party, which could determine the shape of the next cabinet, has asked the leaders of the centre‑left Social Democrats and the centre‑right Moderates to share their coalition proposals.

Kristersson told reporters, “I recognise that the Centre Party is under immense pressure right now – at times, the rhetoric has been quite harsh, bordering on insulting. I have no intention of engaging in that; instead, I respect the Centre Party’s right to choose its own path.” He added, “I do not intend to go into the details of the proposals we are presenting to the Centre Party; these are intended for their own internal deliberations. However, I can say that this is a policy reform agenda representing a centrist, center‑right political approach.”

The prime minister also said, “I am quite flexible on that. I think what we actually say is more important than the exact configuration of the people in the room.” His comments underline the emphasis on policy substance over party composition as Sweden seeks to move past the stalemate.

Why it matters

The Dublin meeting could shape the EU’s role in expanding Ukraine‑Russia peace negotiations, while Sweden’s coalition talks will determine the country’s next government and policy direction.

Key details

Location

Russia · Europe

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

13 Nov 2026, 16:05 IST

Key names

Dublin, EU, Ukraine, European

Section

World

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